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The National Debate Over Loan Modification Re-defaults is Stupid
Written on 30 Jul, 2013 at 8:45
Not surprisingly, the combined effect of the three high-profile reports on borrower performance after having their loans modified, made headlines that have sparked a national debate... yet again. It was a stupid debate back in 2009, and it’s an even... (Continue reading)
Homeowner Says Martin Andelman Helped Save Home After She Was Scammed Three Times
Written on 24 Jul, 2013 at 20:48
He did not take advantage of us, he worked with us without charging us any money! He gave us hope and made our dream come true. Home loan modifications do work you just have to have the right... (Continue reading)
Hawaii Homeowner Writes to Thank Mandelman for Helping with Bank of America Loan Modification
Written on 22 Jul, 2013 at 23:17
Diane and John Bobek, homeowners in Hawaii that I was able to help with their Bank of America mortgage, writes to thank me. ... (Continue reading)
Why I haven’t written about the declarations by ex-Bank of America employees.
Written on 22 Jul, 2013 at 8:30
I’m watching a fight for millions in cash that involves banks, pissed off ex-bank employees, and class action lawyers... and I’m supposed to be able to pick out which one is telling the most truth? Isn’t that like asking... (Continue reading)
Homeowner Nancy Frost Says Mandelman Made Loan Modification at Bank of America Work For Her
Written on 21 Jul, 2013 at 23:04
It's far from being the only time I've seen Bank of America do something like this when no one is watching. I truly believe that they made the decision to buy back the Frost's loan from Fannie, because they... (Continue reading)
Fannie, Freddie and FHA Finally Increase Homeowners’ Ability to Modify Mortgages
Written on 18 Jul, 2013 at 9:24
Ladies and Gentlemen... finally... ... after five years of sheer torture... introducing a “No-Doc” loan mod. The FHFA says modified interest rates will be FIXED... terms will extend to 40 years... and some borrowers won’t be required to pay... (Continue reading)
A Sword in a Field – Correlation is Not Causation
Written on 16 Jul, 2013 at 12:57
It’s easy to misinterpret something about this crisis. But, it’s important that we try to guard against that happening whenever possible for all sorts of reasons, not the least of which is that being wrong means wasting time that... (Continue reading)
An Invitation to All California Homeowners That Need Help with Bank of America Loans… 

Written on 10 Jul, 2013 at 19:41
So, please... accept this invitation from me and from Bank of America... click the link below and make a reservation to attend one of the upcoming homeowner events. Come and meet me and the loan resolution team specialists at... (Continue reading)
Foreclosures Impact One in 10 Children in this Country Today, Report Shows
Written on 10 Jul, 2013 at 14:49
No matter, the more important conclusion reached by the report is that, “Nearly four years later, the problem shows no signs of abating.” And isn’t that just a lovely thought that made me throw up in my mouth a... (Continue reading)
I’ve Seen More for Homeowners from Bank of America than Any Other Servicer By Far
Written on 9 Jul, 2013 at 5:44
One homeowner that I contacted Bank of America about, a disabled vet, ended up with a fixed interest rate of one tenth of one percent for forty years. And on more than one occasion, I saw the bank buy... (Continue reading)
My Experience with Bank of America, Martin Andelman and Getting My Loan Modified
Written on 8 Jul, 2013 at 20:26
I wrote this to you and other homeowners because I’ve been a witness to what Martin’s help can lead to and what a homeowner can accomplish even when that homeowner has stopped believing that anything can work. Just because... (Continue reading)
U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Rules Foreclosing in Texas Without the Note is Okay
Written on 8 Jul, 2013 at 17:47
Specifically, the Fifth Circuit held that the split-the-note theory, "is inapplicable under Texas law where the foreclosing party is a mortgage servicer and the mortgage has been properly assigned," adding that, "the party to foreclose need not possess the note... (Continue reading)
Did Some Type of Insurance or Credit Default Swap Pay Off Your Mortgage?
Written on 3 Jul, 2013 at 7:24
I recently saw someone online saying that as a result of multiple insurance payouts a bank could receive millions of dollars on a $200,000 loan that went into default. It’s just not true. There are lot's of reasons why... (Continue reading)
Everything You Need to Know About Mortgage Backed Securities with Impac President William Ashmore
Written on 27 Jun, 2013 at 18:28
It's Bill Ashmore, President of Impac Mortgage... answering questions about the ins and outs of mortgage backed securities and the meltdown that began in 2007. ... (Continue reading)
What people NEED to know about the foreclosure crisis in 2013 & 2014
Written on 27 Jun, 2013 at 5:50
My point is that the increasing sales volume of non-performing loans means the unthinkable... that it’s going to get even worse for homeowners who are seriously delinquent and need to get their loans modified in order to keep their homes.... (Continue reading)
What Happens in Nevada with Foreclosures, Ends Up on Mandelman Matters
Written on 25 Jun, 2013 at 4:03
It absolutely fascinates me, for example, that the Nevada legislature, in amending the law, took the time to write in a sentence saying: “require an affidavit containing a local or toll-free telephone number at which borrowers can obtain the current... (Continue reading)
Mandelman Appears on Washington State Public Television Show on Foreclosures …
Written on 23 Jun, 2013 at 23:59
I was asked by Janet Reiner to appear on her community access television show about the foreclosure crisis and I agreed. Along with me was John Wright from Piggybank Blog and I think the whole thing is worth... (Continue reading)
Using the California Homeowner Bill of Rights to Fight Foreclosure
Written on 23 Jun, 2013 at 22:45
So... for California homeowners facing foreclosure... who know the facts and have been unable to get a resolution to their situation... there's the California Homeowner Bill of Rights. Other states are considering adopting the same sort of legislation and... (Continue reading)
I’m Not a Total Idiot, You Know.
Written on 10 Jun, 2013 at 21:41
So, I know... you want to read about how a homeowner won some major victory in the courts somewhere... or how someone filed and got quiet title to their property... or how a bank couldn't figure out who owned a... (Continue reading)
PART TWO – How to Take Your Power Back When at Risk of Foreclosure
Written on 10 Jun, 2013 at 18:48
Understand... I’m not telling you which path you should choose, but I am saying that you should choose one and then do everything in your power to achieve the goals that lie at the end of that path. Just... (Continue reading)
Alabama Slamma’ – Not for Better, Far Worse… As Foreclosures we Chart.
Written on 21 May, 2013 at 6:42
We seem to be having a national recovery in much of the media, but in the states themselves the numbers are refusing to cooperate. I guess if you can have a “jobless recovery,” then you can probably have a... (Continue reading)
The Foreclosure Bowl: Connecticut Finally Makes it Into Top 10
Written on 20 May, 2013 at 10:53
RealtyTrac Vice President, the ubiquitous Daren Blomquist, said he had “no immediate concern” related Connecticut’s newfound foreclosure prowess, which makes perfect sense since he’s not losing a home there. ... (Continue reading)
Foreclosure Surprise! Stomping on Maryland Homeowners
Written on 20 May, 2013 at 7:45
So, how do I know where the other undiscovered and unreported stockpiles of foreclosures are hiding as the banks wait until they feel like recognizing losses, having fixed the document problem to the degree that they can start booting people... (Continue reading)
What Makes a Mortgage a “Bad Loan?” I’m Confused.
Written on 20 May, 2013 at 4:43
Or do we only judge a loan to be “bad” after it defaults, and because it defaults? Assuming there are NOT predatory practices involved, is a loan “good” until it defaults and then it becomes “bad.” And is... (Continue reading)
Nevada Legislature Considers Passing its Own Homeowner Bill of Rights
Written on 18 May, 2013 at 12:27
Nevada’s legislature is considering adopting its own Homeowner Bill of Rights, and in fact, the bill... SB 321... has already passed the Nevada State Senate and is headed to the House.... (Continue reading)
South Carolina’s Hardest Hit Funds Farce… Failing but Finally Changing?
Written on 18 May, 2013 at 3:40
It's been 3.5 years since the money was made available. It’s time for the programs funded by hardest hit funds to help homeowners... stopping foreclosures with aggressive benefits and inclusive qualifying requirements. Surely we know what doesn’t work...... (Continue reading)
Bill to End Foreclosure Mediation In Missouri Passes… Wake Up, Missouri
Written on 17 May, 2013 at 19:48
Unless you believe that the foreclosure picture in this country somehow magically changed dramatically over the last month or two... you don’t want to wake up one day to find out you might need mediation... only it’s no longer there.... (Continue reading)
One Bank Did Right by Homeowners & Shareholders – A Story You Haven’t Heard Before
Written on 17 May, 2013 at 17:40
There is one mortgage banker that did it right for their shareholders and borrowers. They didn’t take TARP funds or any sort of tax-payer funded bailout... instead they took their losses, restructured the company, and protected their shareholders... ... (Continue reading)
Denial and Avoidance Won’t Fix Housing or Grow Economy
Written on 16 May, 2013 at 6:56
I wish we’d stop with the false bottoms and imaged recovery stories so we could actually concentrate on making some much needed improvements in how we’re handling our economic malaise, because that’s the only way we’re going to see any... (Continue reading)
I’m Back in the Saddle Again… What’d I miss? Nothing, unfortunately.
Written on 13 May, 2013 at 13:40
I know many have been wondering where I’ve been for the last two months from the slew of emails I’ve received, I thought I’d explain what I didn’t want to explain at the time... and let everyone know that not... (Continue reading)
State of Missouri Foreclosure Resource Links
Written on 30 Apr, 2013 at 19:53
Tweet This Page Sponsored By… Dale Wiley Foreclosure Law LLC 5049 Devonshire Street Suite B St. Louis, MO 63109 Telephone: (877) 945-3952 Website: http://www.foreclosurelawllc.com/ STATE OF MISSOURI GOVERNMENT RESOURCES: Attorney General Chris Koster Auditor Thomas A. Schweich Department of Economic Development Department... (Continue reading)
North Carolina Foreclosure Laws
Written on 25 Apr, 2013 at 22:10
Tweet CLICK BELOW FOR: State of North Carolina Foreclosure Laws The link above will take you to the page dedicated to North Carolina’s foreclosure laws. Â But, always remember… often people have a hard time understanding exactly what our laws mean... (Continue reading)
NORTH CAROLINA Foreclosure Help from Mandelman Matters – START HERE
Written on 25 Apr, 2013 at 22:09
Tweet You have found the Mandelman Matters state specific series of pages dedicated to homeowners at risk of foreclosure in North Carolina. On the pages in this section you’ll find accurate, straightforward information and guidance specific to the State of... (Continue reading)
North Carolina Foreclosure Defense Attorney
Written on 25 Apr, 2013 at 22:09
Tweet Brian F. Chapman The Law Office of Brian F. Chapman 113 N. Center St. Suite 103 Statesville, NC 28677 Ph. 704-380-2039 Email: brian@chapmanlawonline.com  To hear talk about the latest developments related to foreclosure in North Carolina… as of the... (Continue reading)
MISSOURI Foreclosure Help from Mandelman Matters – START HERE
Written on 25 Apr, 2013 at 17:46
Tweet You have found the Mandelman Matters state specific series of pages dedicated to homeowners at risk of foreclosure in Missouri. On the pages in this section you’ll find accurate, straightforward information and guidance specific to the State of Missouri... (Continue reading)
Missouri Foreclosure Defense Attorney
Written on 25 Apr, 2013 at 17:43
Tweet Dale Wiley Foreclosure Law LLC 5049 Devonshire Street Suite B St. Louis, MO 63109 Telephone:Â (877) 945-3952 Website:Â http://www.foreclosurelawllc.com/ Special Mandelman Matters Podcast featuring Dale Wiley... (Continue reading)
Missouri Foreclosure Laws
Written on 25 Apr, 2013 at 17:40
Tweet CLICK BELOW FOR: State of Missouri Foreclosure Laws The link above will take you to the page dedicated to Missouri’s foreclosure laws. Â But, always remember… often people have a hard time understanding exactly what our laws mean just by... (Continue reading)
Homeowner’s Scheme Makes Bad Situation Worse… Ends Up in Jail
Written on 6 Mar, 2013 at 6:40
The problem is that when we start believing things that aren’t true... even though do so might make us feel better for the moment... that’s when we lose all of our power. No one is powerful when they’ve got... (Continue reading)
Illinois Latest State to Make Foreclosing Much Harder
Written on 23 Feb, 2013 at 10:22
Okay, so that’s GAME OVER for the State of Illinois. Ball four... take a hike... we’ll see you back here in 2014 or 2015. Take some time off, you deserve it. ... (Continue reading)
David Min, Part 3 – Housing’s Recovery… Fact or Fiction? A Mandelman Matters Podcast
Written on 22 Feb, 2013 at 7:39
We've lost more than five million homes to foreclosure since 2008, and according to all published data at the end of 2012, we've got millions more seriously delinquent or at risk... but somehow housing is defying all laws of economics... (Continue reading)
End of Credit Markets to Beginning of Bailouts with D.C. Insider, David Min – A Mandelman Matters Podcast
Written on 18 Feb, 2013 at 9:29
David takes us through concise and easy to understand explanations of most of the major events since the meltdown began on July 10, 2007... the day the credit markets went into a deep freeze that continues to this day. ... (Continue reading)
About foreclosures, our housing markets, and economic recovery… oh, and lying.
Written on 14 Feb, 2013 at 22:01
Then how in the world can we be "at the bottom," of housing price declines or starting to see ANY sort of "housing recovery" as the MORONS in the media are also reporting TODAY, after receiving your press releases?... (Continue reading)
SCAM PREVENTION PODCAST: What Isn’t Working for Homeowners Facing Foreclosure Today?
Written on 6 Feb, 2013 at 3:59
Foreclosure defense attorneys Matt Weidner and Tom Cox tell Mandelman what's working and what's not for homeowners in foreclosure courts. ... (Continue reading)
Are Mortgages Fraudulent? The Case from Credit River.
Written on 25 Jan, 2013 at 20:22
It’s perfectly understandable that many people don’t know what to believe anymore, after all, what we’ve seen happen all around us could drive anyone a little batty. But, understand that holding onto something that’s not true isn’t going to... (Continue reading)
OCC Foreclosure Review RIP – Anyone Care for Cheese With their Whine?
Written on 17 Jan, 2013 at 13:03
All homeowners are “responsible” people. Or, to be more accurate, 99.9 percent of homeowners are responsible people. Some minuscule percentage of any group make up the small tail of the bell curve. The simple fact, and we... (Continue reading)
North Carolina Foreclosures Rising with Attorney Brian Chapman – A Mandelman Matters Podcast
Written on 14 Jan, 2013 at 12:40
On this Mandelman Matters Podcast: Foreclosures Rising with Attorney Brian Chapman, I ask Brian to walk through two recent decisions by the North Carolina courts, one of which is now headed for the state's Supreme Court. ... (Continue reading)
View from Inside the Financial Crisis with Former Treasury Chief Economist Phillip Swagel – A Mandelman Matters Podcast
Written on 9 Jan, 2013 at 9:27
Here's your first chance to listen to Phillip Swagel on a Mandelman Matters Podcast... he'll be back again... but you don't want to miss this one because we won't be going backward in time, so click PLAY below and listen... (Continue reading)
Un-Freezing Foreclosures in the Nevada Desert – A Mandelman Matters Podcast on What Nevada’s Homeowners Need to Know
Written on 7 Jan, 2013 at 19:22
Gloria Petroni is concerned that Nevada homeowners may have been lulled into a false sense of security by AB 284 and now aren't familiar with what to do when faced with having to fight for their homes in court. ... (Continue reading)
Recovery? Ho, Ho, Holiday Sales Tell the Tale
Written on 29 Dec, 2012 at 9:29
I'm just so relieved that none of this dismal economic news was caused by the respective economies being in deep recession led by unreported worsening unemployment and pretend housing market recoveries. Because if those things were the cause, why... (Continue reading)
The Quiet Crisis, Part 1. A Foreclosure Bluesical by Mandelman Matters
Written on 22 Dec, 2012 at 15:42
Over time, I hoped, as people came to understand what had actually happened, they would let themselves off the proverbial hook, and once not bound by shame, they would speak out and when in great enough number, our leaders would... (Continue reading)
A 10 POINT SCANDAL – CA State Bar Exec Director Dunn Should Resign
Written on 18 Dec, 2012 at 6:19
Beginning in the fall of 2011, and increasing in speed and ferocity after January 1, 2012, the State Bar begins using its newly concocted interpretation of SB 94 as a hammer to threaten and strong-arm lawyers who have received a... (Continue reading)
Attorney Bruce Levitt on Saving Homes from Foreclosure in New Jersey – A Mandelman Matters Podcast
Written on 17 Dec, 2012 at 11:22
New Jersey foreclosure defense attorney Bruce Levitt on this Mandelman Matters Podcast tells you what's working and what's not... and how he thinks you are most likely to save your New Jersey home from foreclosure.... (Continue reading)
Colorado Failing… Foreclosures By Wink, Nod or Text Message
Written on 14 Dec, 2012 at 9:50
Known as the “statement of qualified holder,” it doesn’t require a lawyer to look at anything that shows the bank holds the original mortgage, but even more stunning is that it also provides lawyers with complete absolution from any wrongdoing... (Continue reading)
We’re Just Not Going to Fix the Foreclosure Crisis in Court
Written on 13 Dec, 2012 at 14:06
In all but a very small number of cases, homeowners have continued to find the courts either unwilling or incapable of dispensing what they would consider fair and just solutions, and while the federal government has remained essentially mute on... (Continue reading)
Homeowners: Start Your Emails… This is Your Chance for $50 Billion Principal Reductions
Written on 13 Dec, 2012 at 11:22
Please take this chance to make your voice heard, and tell everyone you know whose home is underwater they should do the same. We screamed our heads off about AIG bonuses, both in the streets and in the tens... (Continue reading)
BYE-BYE DEMARCO! Obama to Replace Director of FHFA
Written on 11 Dec, 2012 at 2:55
The mortgage market is not just dominated by the government, the mortgage market is the government, and that’s not just here in the US, it’s everywhere. Governments are the lenders of ONLY resort. ... (Continue reading)
Talking Up the Housing Market? Yada, Yada, Yada… Talk is Cheap
Written on 30 Nov, 2012 at 6:32
The fact that there are properties at the very bottom that appear to have increased in price by a few points is no indication that housing is recovering. ... (Continue reading)
What Can DocX’s Brown Do for LPS, Besides Forge a Million Documents
Written on 25 Nov, 2012 at 14:37
Is that what I’m to believe? She hid it from LPS. For SIX years. A million documents. And the whole time, LPS must have just thought she was great at getting the signatures she... (Continue reading)
We’re Addicted to Denying our Addiction to FHA’s Mortgage Crack
Written on 23 Nov, 2012 at 6:13
According to Moody’s Analytics, FHA's actions prevented home prices from dropping an additional 25%, which in turn saved 3 million jobs and half a trillion dollars in economic output. But now FHA is broke. Now what?... (Continue reading)
If FHA’s losses are due to bad economy, why is Fannie blaming borrowers in lawsuit against Bank of America?
Written on 18 Nov, 2012 at 19:24
Of course, what Bachus fails to mention is that if our government had done ANYTHING RIGHT in terms of dealing with the economic crisis that started in 2007… if even ONE of the programs that have been implemented over the... (Continue reading)
Ohio Foreclosure Defense Attorney
Written on 15 Nov, 2012 at 20:55
Tweet Marc Dann Dann Law Email: mdann@dannlaw.com dannlaw.com (877) 475-8100 Click here to hear an exclusive Mandelman Matters podcast with Marc Dann And, view the exclusive new video below to hear Marc Dann discuss the housing crisis and who the... (Continue reading)
State of New Hampshire Foreclosure Resource Links
Written on 2 Nov, 2012 at 18:59
Tweet STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE GOVERNMENT RESOURCES: Business Finance Authority Community Development Finance Authority Department of Administrative Services Commissioner, Linda M. Hodgdon Department of Health & Human Services Department of Justice – Office of the Attorney General Attorney General, Michael... (Continue reading)
NEW HAMPSHIRE Foreclosure Help from Mandelman Matters – START HERE
Written on 2 Nov, 2012 at 18:58
Tweet You have found the Mandelman Matters state specific series of pages dedicated to homeowners at risk of foreclosure in New Hampshire. On the pages in this section you’ll find accurate, straightforward information and guidance specific to the State of... (Continue reading)
New Hampshire Foreclosure Laws
Written on 2 Nov, 2012 at 18:57
Tweet CLICK BELOW FOR: State of New Hampshire Foreclosure Laws The link above will take you to the page dedicated to New Hampshire’s foreclosure laws. Â But, always remember… often people have a hard time understanding exactly what our laws... (Continue reading)
MICHIGAN Foreclosure Help from Mandelman Matters – START HERE
Written on 1 Nov, 2012 at 16:43
Tweet You have found the Mandelman Matters state specific series of pages dedicated to homeowners at risk of foreclosure in Michigan. On the pages in this section you’ll find accurate, straightforward information and guidance specific to the State of Michigan... (Continue reading)
Michigan Foreclosure Laws
Written on 1 Nov, 2012 at 16:42
Tweet CLICK BELOW FOR: State of Michigan Foreclosure Laws The link above will take you to the page dedicated to Michigan’s foreclosure laws. Â But, always remember… often people have a hard time understanding exactly what our laws mean just by... (Continue reading)
State of Michigan Foreclosure Resource Links
Written on 1 Nov, 2012 at 16:42
Tweet  STATE OF MICHIGAN GOVERNMENT RESOURCES: Attorney General, Bill Shuette Department of Civil Rights Department of Commerce Department of Human Services Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs Department of State Secretary of State, Ruth Johnson Department of Treasury Governor,... (Continue reading)
State of Tennessee Foreclosure Resource Links
Written on 31 Oct, 2012 at 12:14
Tweet STATE OF TENNESSEE GOVERNMENT RESOURCES: Commission on Children & Youth Executive Director, Linda O’Neal Comptroller of the Treasury, Justin P. Wilson Department of Children’s Services Commissioner, Katherine O’Day Department of Commerce & Insurance Commissioner, Julie Mix McPeak Division of Consumer Affairs... (Continue reading)
Tennessee Foreclosure Laws
Written on 31 Oct, 2012 at 12:00
Tweet CLICK BELOW FOR: State of Tennessee Foreclosure Laws The link above will take you to the page dedicated to Tennessee’s foreclosure laws. Â But, always remember… often people have a hard time understanding exactly what our laws mean just... (Continue reading)
TENNESSEE Foreclosure Help from Mandelman Matters – START HERE
Written on 31 Oct, 2012 at 11:59
Tweet You have found the Mandelman Matters state specific series of pages dedicated to homeowners at risk of foreclosure in Tennessee. On the pages in this section you’ll find accurate, straightforward information and guidance specific to the State of Tennessee... (Continue reading)
State of Maine Foreclosure Resource Links
Written on 29 Oct, 2012 at 2:23
Tweet STATE OF MAINE GOVERNMENT RESOURCES: Attorney General of Maine William J. Schneider Bureau of Human Services Department of Audit State Auditor, Neria R. Douglass, JD, CIA Department of Health & Human Services Child & Family Services Department of Labor Department... (Continue reading)
MAINE Foreclosure Help from Mandelman Matters – START HERE
Written on 29 Oct, 2012 at 1:54
Tweet You have found the Mandelman Matters state specific series of pages dedicated to homeowners at risk of foreclosure in Maine. On the pages in this section you’ll find accurate, straightforward information and guidance specific to the State of Maine... (Continue reading)
Maine Foreclosure Laws
Written on 29 Oct, 2012 at 1:53
Tweet CLICK BELOW FOR: State of Maine Foreclosure Laws The link above will take you to the page dedicated to Maine’s foreclosure laws. Â But, always remember… often people have a hard time understanding exactly what our laws mean just... (Continue reading)
ALABAMA Foreclosure Help from Mandelman Matters – START HERE
Written on 26 Oct, 2012 at 16:10
Tweet You have found the Mandelman Matters state specific series of pages dedicated to homeowners at risk of foreclosure in Alabama. On the pages in this section you’ll find accurate, straightforward information and guidance specific to the State of Alabama... (Continue reading)
Alabama Foreclosure Laws
Written on 26 Oct, 2012 at 16:10
Tweet CLICK BELOW FOR: State of Alabama Foreclosure Laws The link above will take you to the page dedicated to Alabama’s foreclosure laws. Â But, always remember… often people have a hard time understanding exactly what our laws mean just by... (Continue reading)
State of Alabama Foreclosure Resource Links
Written on 26 Oct, 2012 at 16:04
Tweet STATE OF ALABAMA GOVERNMENT RESOURCES: Attorney General Luther Strange Department of Children’s Affairs Department of Economic & Community Affairs Department of Finance State Comptroller, Thomas L. White, Jr., CPA Department of Human Resources Department of Insurance Department of Labor... (Continue reading)
Ohio Foreclosure Laws
Written on 23 Oct, 2012 at 19:53
Tweet CLICK BELOW FOR: State of Ohio Foreclosure Laws The link above will take you to the page dedicated to Ohio’s foreclosure laws. Â But, always remember… often people have a hard time understanding exactly what our laws mean just by... (Continue reading)
LPS Data Shows Ups and Downs of the Foreclosure Crisis
Written on 23 Oct, 2012 at 17:59
LPS also reports that as of September, 3.7 million loans were at least 30 days delinquent, but not yet in foreclosure…. and 1.53 million loans were at least 90 days delinquent, but not yet in foreclosure. Almost two million... (Continue reading)
OHIO Foreclosure Help from Mandelman Matters – START HERE
Written on 23 Oct, 2012 at 17:34
Tweet You have found the Mandelman Matters state specific series of pages dedicated to homeowners at risk of foreclosure in Ohio. On the pages in this section you’ll find accurate, straightforward information and guidance specific to the State of Ohio... (Continue reading)
State of Ohio Foreclosure Resource Links
Written on 23 Oct, 2012 at 17:32
Tweet This Page Sponsored By… Marc Dann DannLaw Email: mdann@dannlaw.com dannlaw.wordpress.com Cleveland 216-373-0539 Youngstown 330-759-4155 Columbus 614-344-0320 Facsimile  216-373-0536 STATE OF OHIO GOVERNMENT RESOURCES: Attorney General Mike DeWine Auditor of State Dave Yost Department of Commerce Director, David Goodman Division... (Continue reading)
Why I Didn’t Want to Watch the Presidential Debate Last Night
Written on 23 Oct, 2012 at 6:23
It’s foreign policy night but although each question starts out overseas, it ends up buried in our flaccid economy somewhere near Cleveland. Romney points out that Obama can’t seem to buy jobs let alone create them. ... (Continue reading)
CONNECTICUT Foreclosure Help from Mandelman Matters – START HERE
Written on 22 Oct, 2012 at 18:09
Tweet You have found the Mandelman Matters state specific series of pages dedicated to homeowners at risk of foreclosure in Connecticut. On the pages in this section you’ll find accurate, straightforward information and guidance specific to the State of Connecticut related... (Continue reading)
State of Connecticut Foreclosure Resource Links
Written on 22 Oct, 2012 at 18:04
Tweet STATE OF CONNECTICUT GOVERNMENT RESOURCES: Connecticut Department of Labor Connecticut General Assembly Find Your Representative, Senator & Congressperson Legislative Commissions Connecticut Insurance Department Department of Banking Howard F. Pitkin, Commissioner Department of Consumer Protection Department of Ethics & Community... (Continue reading)
Connecticut Foreclosure Laws
Written on 22 Oct, 2012 at 11:53
Tweet CLICK BELOW FOR: State of Connecticut Foreclosure Laws The link above will take you to the page dedicated to Connecticut’s foreclosure laws. Â But, always remember… often people have a hard time understanding exactly what our laws mean just by... (Continue reading)
Foreclosure Crisis Almost Over – It’s Magically Delicious
Written on 22 Oct, 2012 at 7:21
So, if the normal market had 100 buyers, where there used to be 66 repeat buyers, now there will only be 33. Where there were 25 first timers, now there will only be 12. Are you getting the... (Continue reading)
Ohio Foreclosure Laws
Written on 21 Oct, 2012 at 23:03
Tweet CLICK BELOW FOR: State of Ohio Foreclosure Laws The link above will take you to the page dedicated to Ohio’s foreclosure laws. Â But, always remember… often people have a hard time understanding exactly what our laws mean just by... (Continue reading)
NEW JERSEY Foreclosure Help from Mandelman Matters – START HERE
Written on 21 Oct, 2012 at 22:37
Tweet You have found the Mandelman Matters state specific series of pages dedicated to homeowners at risk of foreclosure in New Jersey. On the pages in this section you’ll find accurate, straightforward information and guidance specific to the State of New... (Continue reading)
New Jersey Foreclosure Laws
Written on 21 Oct, 2012 at 22:32
Tweet CLICK BELOW FOR: State of New Jersey Foreclosure Laws The link above will take you to the page dedicated to New Jersey’s foreclosure laws. Â But, always remember… often people have a hard time understanding exactly what our laws... (Continue reading)
State of New Jersey Foreclosure Resource Links
Written on 21 Oct, 2012 at 21:43
Tweet STATE OF NEW JERSEY GOVERNMENT RESOURCES: Â Governor of New Jersey Governor, Chris Christie Lt. Governor & Secretary of State Kim Guadagno New Jersey Congress – Find a Senator or Representative New Jersey Legislature – Find Your Legislator Office of... (Continue reading)
The Trillion Dollar Mistake That Triggered the Economic Meltdown
Written on 17 Oct, 2012 at 9:45
What could Mr. Bernanke and others have done differently? Addressed the real cause of the crisis, the lost trust part... by announcing that the U.S. government would be stepping into the bond market and guaranteeing the investment grade bonds…... (Continue reading)
Foreclosures Are Down? RealtyTrac VP, Daren Blomquist – The Definition of Obtuse
Written on 12 Oct, 2012 at 7:42
What everyone continues to overlook is the impact that foreclosures continue to have on new foreclosures. We’ve got supposed experts yammering about how we’ll have some set number of foreclosures and then we’ll be through this mess. But... (Continue reading)
The Foreclosure Crisis – We Won’t Be Able to Fix It, Until We Understand It
Written on 10 Oct, 2012 at 6:26
By understanding the truth of what happened and why at these two pivotal moments in time, everything else will fall into place, for it was these two moments that set the course for a global economic downturn that, if history... (Continue reading)
Katherine Porter to Make Sure Homeowners Get What Servicers Promised – A Mandelman Matters Podcast
Written on 4 Oct, 2012 at 9:27
Back in April of this year, they were granted 180 days to get their servicing operations ready to comply with the new standards, and as of yesterday, they'll be held to the 304 new rules for addressing the needs of... (Continue reading)
It’s National Mortgage Servicers Settlement Compliance Day!
Written on 3 Oct, 2012 at 18:32
Per the settlement agreement, Smith will be testing the servicers adherence to the new rules using 29 defined metrics to assess such breaches as improper trustee sales, wrongful denial of modification, the use of fraudulent affidavits in the foreclosure process,... (Continue reading)
Bankers Hit Jackpot in Nevada, Supreme Court Rules 7-0… YES ON MERS
Written on 2 Oct, 2012 at 10:03
In Edelstein’s case, MERS assigned the deed of trust to Bank of New York Mellon as trustee for Countrywide. The court ruled that once the trust had both the promissory note and the assignment, it possessed the standing to... (Continue reading)
When Will the Pivotal Nature of the Foreclosure Crisis be Understood
Written on 2 Oct, 2012 at 1:08
Once you’re underwater, however, as at least half of homeowners are today, you can’t borrow against your home’s equity, nor can you sell your home, so any of those life events are likely to hit you where you live. ... (Continue reading)
Attorney John Long – State of Washington Foreclosure Better for Homeowners – A Mandelman Matters Podcast
Written on 19 Sep, 2012 at 20:38
Recently, there have been three significant developments in Washington, two from the State Supreme Court, and one having to do with the state's mediation program. And all three fell in favor of homeowners, which is a refreshing change.... (Continue reading)
Loan Modification Process Improving at BOA and Other Servicers
Written on 19 Sep, 2012 at 5:46
why would Smith publish a report whose only meaningful certainty was to scare even more homeowners away from paying attention to Bank of America's borrower outreach efforts? BOA and its peers were already having a hard time reaching... (Continue reading)
Nevada Foreclosure Defense Attorney
Written on 14 Aug, 2012 at 18:55
Tweet Tisha Black Chernine, Attorney BLACK & LOBELLO, Attorneys at Law 10777 West Twain Avenue @ 215 Third Floor Las Vegas, Nevada 89135 Telephone: (702) 869-8801 Facsimile: (702) 869-2669 Website: blacklobellowlaw.com Gloria M. Petroni, Attorney at Law Petroni & Nichols... (Continue reading)
Washington Foreclosure Defense Attorney
Written on 6 Aug, 2012 at 1:21
Tweet John A. Long, Attorney at Law John Long Law PLLC 300 NE Gilman Blvd, Suite 100 Issaquah, Washington 98027 Telephone: (425) 427-9660 Facsimile: (888) 735-6513 Email: JAL@JohnLongLaw.com  Website: http://johnlonglaw.com/ ... (Continue reading)
